JN5168/001,515 RF Transceiver ICs by NXP Semiconductors

Lifecycle status of the part, such as active or obsolete. Indicates availability and long-term support from the manufacturer. Check this before design-in to avoid last-time buys or supply disruptions. Verify with the datasheet or distributor for current status.

Shows whether the component complies with the EU REACH regulation. Essential for legal market access in Europe. Check the manufacturer's latest statement to confirm that no substances of very high concern are present above the threshold.

Specifies how the component is attached to the PCB, such as through-hole or surface mount. This affects assembly processes, thermal performance, and mechanical strength. Buyers should verify compatibility with their manufacturing capabilities and design requirements.

Indicates the typical duration from order confirmation to shipment from the manufacturer's facility. This helps you plan production schedules and inventory. Verify current lead times with your distributor or supplier, as they may vary based on order quantity, product availability, and market conditions.

Published indicates the date when the product data was released or updated in the catalog. It helps buyers assess the freshness of the information and whether the component is current or possibly obsolete. Check the datasheet for the latest revisions.

Indicates the form of delivery for the component, such as tape and reel, tube, or tray. This affects handling, storage, and assembly processes. Verify the packaging type matches your production requirements and equipment compatibility.

Specifies the ambient temperature range within which the component reliably functions. Compare this with your application's thermal environment to ensure proper operation. Always verify against the datasheet for derating curves and maximum ratings.

Manufacturing technology or process used for the component, such as thin film, thick film, or semiconductor process. Affects performance, stability, and cost. Confirm the technology matches your application requirements and environmental conditions.

Shows if the component meets a specific industry standard or reliability level. Buyers should verify this against the datasheet to ensure the part is suitable for their application's environmental and performance requirements.

Position of the terminals on the package, such as dual-in-line, gull-wing, or J-lead. This affects PCB layout, soldering, and thermal performance. Engineers must ensure the terminal position matches the footprint and assembly capabilities of their manufacturing line.

Terminal pitch is the center-to-center distance between adjacent leads or pads on a component. It determines PCB layout compatibility and soldering feasibility. Verify against the datasheet to ensure your footprint matches the component's actual lead spacing.

Specifies the nominal operating voltage that must be applied to the component for proper function. Verify this value against your system's power rail and the datasheet's absolute maximum ratings to ensure reliable operation and avoid damage.

A more specific classification within the main product category, such as 'Ceramic Capacitor' under 'Capacitors'. This helps narrow down search results and compare similar components. Use it to filter products with similar characteristics and intended applications.

Physical package or case type of the component, defining its dimensions, mounting style, and thermal characteristics. Common types include SMD, through-hole, BGA, and QFN. Choose the package that fits your PCB layout and assembly process. Verify the exact package code in the datasheet for footprint compatibility.

Describes the physical configuration of the component's leads or pads, such as through-hole, surface mount, or gull-wing. This affects PCB layout, soldering process, and mechanical fit. Confirm compatibility with your assembly method and footprint.

Mounting type: surface mount or through-hole. Surface mount components are placed directly on the PCB, saving space and enabling automated assembly. Through-hole components offer stronger mechanical bonds. Verify the mounting style matches your PCB design and assembly process.

Total number of input/output pins or channels available on the device. Determines connectivity and interface capability. Verify against your system requirements and datasheet to ensure sufficient I/O for your application.

Maximum temperature during reflow soldering that the component can withstand. This is critical for solder joint reliability and preventing damage. Verify that the peak reflow temperature is compatible with your soldering profile and the component's moisture sensitivity level.

Physical width of the component body, typically in millimeters. Essential for PCB footprint design and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and compatibility with your board layout and enclosure.

Maximum time the component can be exposed to the peak reflow temperature during soldering. Exceeding this duration may cause damage or degrade reliability. Ensure your soldering profile stays within this limit and check the datasheet for exact conditions.

Total number of pins or terminals on the component package. Essential for footprint design, PCB layout, and connector mating. Verify against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your board and assembly process.

Indicates the total number of electrical connection points on the component, such as pins or pads. This is critical for PCB footprint design and assembly. Verify it matches the package specification to ensure proper soldering and connectivity.

Specifies the bit width of the on-chip program ROM in microcontrollers and SoCs. Wider ROM allows larger firmware and more complex instructions. Verify against the datasheet to ensure compatibility with your code size and memory architecture.

Maximum data transfer rate supported. This is crucial for high-speed communication interfaces. Ensure the component can handle your required throughput with margin. Compare with the datasheet's specifications to avoid bottlenecks in your data path.

Indicates the specific product subcategories or classifications within the broader component family. Helps narrow down search results and identify the exact type of component needed for your design. Review the subcategory to ensure compatibility with your application.

Lists the product categories or classifications assigned to this component, such as connectors, capacitors, or modules. This helps in filtering and comparing similar parts. Review the categories to ensure the component fits your application and to find alternative parts in the same class.

Specifies the physical length of the component body, typically in millimeters. This dimension is critical for PCB layout and mechanical fit. Verify against the datasheet to ensure proper clearance and alignment in your design.

Select the component category that best matches your application, such as resistor, capacitor, diode, or connector. This classification helps narrow down the correct part family and ensures compatibility with your circuit design. Verify the type against the datasheet to avoid mismatches.

Operating frequency of the component, typically the clock or switching frequency. This determines the speed of operation and affects power dissipation and signal integrity. Verify the frequency range against your application's requirements and the datasheet specifications.

Specifies the modulation scheme used by the component for signal encoding. Compare modulation types to ensure compatibility with your communication protocol and system bandwidth. Verify the supported modulation formats in the datasheet before design-in.

Identifies the company that designed and produced the component. Buyers often filter by manufacturer to ensure brand reliability, quality standards, and supply chain consistency. Verify the manufacturer against the datasheet and official packaging to avoid counterfeit parts.

Select the RF standard or family that the component complies with, such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, or proprietary protocols. This defines compatibility with existing wireless infrastructure and regulatory certifications. Verify against the datasheet to ensure the device meets your target network requirements.

Specifies the minimum input signal level required for the component to operate correctly. Compare sensitivity values when selecting sensors, microphones, or receivers for low-signal applications. Always verify against the datasheet for exact test conditions and frequency response.

List of supported serial communication interfaces, such as SPI, I2C, UART, or CAN. This determines how the component communicates with your system. Verify that the required interfaces are available and compatible with your microcontroller or processor.

Lists any extra characteristics or capabilities beyond the standard specifications, such as built-in protection, special mounting options, or enhanced performance. Review these features to ensure they meet your application's specific needs and compare them across similar parts.

Specify the current consumption during receiving operation. This value is critical for battery life estimation in portable devices. Compare it with the datasheet's typical and maximum ratings to ensure your power supply can handle the load under worst-case conditions.

Export Control Classification Number assigned by the U.S. government. Determines whether the component requires an export license. Essential for international trade compliance. Verify the ECCN with the manufacturer or supplier before shipping to avoid legal issues.

The unique part number assigned by the original component manufacturer. Use this to cross-reference datasheets, verify specifications, and ensure the exact component matches your design requirements. Always confirm the number against the manufacturer's official documentation.

Indicates the current consumption or output current during transmission mode. Essential for power budget calculations and thermal management in wireless modules. Check this value against your supply capability and compare with receiving current to estimate battery life.

Communication protocol supported by the device, such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, or USB. This determines how the component interfaces with microcontrollers or other system devices. Ensure compatibility with your system's bus architecture and check protocol version and features in the datasheet.

Output power rating of the component. This is critical for amplifiers, transmitters, and power supplies. Ensure the component can deliver the required power to your load without exceeding its ratings. Check the datasheet for conditions and tolerances.

Indicates whether the component complies with the EU RoHS directive restricting hazardous substances. Buyers should verify this status for regulatory compliance and market access. Check the datasheet or certificate for exact compliance details.

Indicates the floor life of a component before it must be baked prior to soldering. Higher levels require stricter handling and shorter exposure times. Verify the MSL rating in the datasheet to ensure proper storage and assembly conditions.

Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States code for customs classification. Essential for import/export documentation and duty calculation. Verify the correct code with a trade specialist to avoid customs delays.

JEDEC standard code that defines the package outline and dimensions. Use it to verify physical compatibility and footprint before PCB design. Compare with the datasheet to ensure the component meets your assembly and manufacturing requirements.

Indicates the read-only memory capacity in words, representing the number of addressable storage units for firmware or fixed data. Compare sizes to ensure sufficient code space for your application. Check the datasheet for exact word width.

Specifies the required power supply voltages for the component. Engineers use this to ensure the board's power rails match the device's needs. Verify against the datasheet's recommended operating conditions to avoid undervoltage or overvoltage issues.

Number of independent direct memory access channels available on the microcontroller or processor. Compare this when selecting devices for data-intensive applications to ensure sufficient bandwidth for peripherals without CPU load. Verify against the datasheet for exact channel mapping and features.

Check this attribute to confirm whether the component integrates an analog-to-digital converter. This is critical for microcontrollers, sensors, and mixed-signal ICs where analog inputs need digital processing. Verify against the datasheet to ensure the ADC meets your resolution and sampling requirements.

Number of independent pulse-width modulation outputs available on the component. Compare this when selecting microcontrollers, motor drivers, or LED controllers to ensure enough channels for your application. Verify against the datasheet for channel mapping and shared timer limitations.

Number of digital-to-analog converter channels integrated in the device. Compare this to the number of analog outputs you need in your system. Verify against the datasheet to ensure the DAC resolution and output drive capability match your application requirements.

Specifies the number of bits in a single data word for digital components. This determines the maximum data width the device can process or store. Compare bit sizes when selecting microcontrollers, ADCs, DACs, or memory chips to ensure compatibility with your system's data bus and processing requirements.

Specifies the range of DC or AC input voltage the component requires for proper operation. Engineers compare this to the system power rail to ensure compatibility. Always verify against the datasheet's absolute maximum ratings to prevent damage.

Specifies the maximum clock frequency or data rate of the component. This is critical for timing and performance. Verify the speed grade in the datasheet to ensure it meets your system's throughput requirements and that signal integrity is maintained at that speed.

Amount of volatile memory available for runtime data and stack. Larger RAM enables more complex applications and buffering. Compare with your software's memory footprint and verify against the datasheet to avoid overflow and ensure reliable operation.

Indicates the total storage capacity of the memory device, typically in bits or bytes. Buyers use this to match firmware or data storage requirements. Confirm the exact organization and density in the datasheet before design-in.

Maximum vertical dimension from the seating plane to the top of the component body. Critical for PCB clearance and enclosure fit. Verify against the datasheet when designing mechanical constraints or checking compatibility with mating parts.

Number of general-purpose input/output pins available on the component. Compare this count to your design's requirements for interfacing with peripherals, sensors, or LEDs. Verify the exact pin functions and electrical characteristics in the datasheet.